‘Sex and the City’ Brownstone to Be Gated After Years of Tourist Disruptions

New York City’s Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved the installation of a gate to protect the iconic Greenwich Village building from trespassing fans.

The brownstone at 66 Perry Street, used as the exterior of Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment in 'Sex and the City,' will soon have a gate installed to deter tourists.
Owner Barbara Lorber has dealt with decades of disruptions, including fans climbing the steps, ringing doorbells, and leaving graffiti despite existing 'no trespassing' signs.
The property, located in the Greenwich Village Historic District, required approval from the Landmarks Preservation Commission for the gate due to its protected status.
Lorber initially allowed the building's use for the series in the 1990s, unaware of the show's eventual global popularity and its impact on her home.
The gate is intended to preserve the building's historic character while ensuring privacy and safety for its residents.